Fort Rucker Schools
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 08, 2021
The Department of Defense (DoD) joins the nation in celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, on Monday, January 18, 2021.
Observances
Social and emotional learning/support December 21, 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened the awareness and importance for social and emotional learning/support needed for students in our schools today. DoDEA educators are helping students explore and build the social skills that are needed in today’s socially distanced world.
Welcome from the Community Superintendent, GA/AL Community
As the Community Superintendent for the Georgia/Alabama Community, I welcome you to School Year 2019-2020 and I am excited to work with an outstanding group of teachers, support staff, and leaders as we provide high-quality education for the military-connected students. Our Blueprint for Continuous Improvement is our strategic plan which directs our actions and strategies used for success.
As a learning organization, our continuous improvement is focused on increased effectiveness to make a positive impact on the educational experiences of our stakeholders, more specifically, the students. Within the last several years, our shift to a standards-based educational system and changes to our structure are deliberate steps toward academic excellence. Our military-connected children deserve and receive our best efforts as they grow and develop and it is my pleasure to serve them and their families. We sincerely appreciate your feedback and support as we embrace our continuous improvement.
Throughout the Georgia/Alabama Community, we encompass 8 schools that are divided among the installations of Fort Benning, Fort Rucker and Maxwell Air Force Base. We have 6 elementary schools and 2 middle schools with an enrollment total of approximately 3,559 students. Even though we do not host any high schools, we proudly work with the neighboring communities to ensure all of our children receive a smooth transition into high school.
I am looking forward to a new and exciting year!
Curriculum and Standards
In keeping with our mission to educate, engage, and empower each student to succeed in a dynamic world the DoDEA Curriculum Content Standards and the Blueprint for Continuous Improvement provide the framework for academic excellence. DoDEA schools will transition to College and Career Ready (CCR) standards in mathematics and literacy in a phased approach over the next five years. Learn more about CCR standards.
The GA/AL community schools do not provide all grade level programs. Dependent students living on the military installations attend schools operated by the Local Education Agency in the civilian community for grade levels not offered by DoDEA Americas.
Special Education
Special Education services are available to all students including preschoolers. If you have concerns regarding your child's academic, physical, social, or language development, you may contact your child's teacher or the principal. Preschool children ages three and four years with developmental delays, physical disabilities, or speech-language problems may be eligible for services.
Contact the Special Education Office
- Fort Benning: 706-545-5520
- Fort Rucker: 334-255-2822
- Maxwell AFB: 334-953-7804
- Fort Benning: Educational and Developmental Intervention Services at 706-545-3835
- Fort Rucker: Educational and Developmental Intervention Services at 334-255-7237
- Maxwell AFB: Educational and Developmental Intervention Services at 334-953-4953
School Operations COVID-19
Teachers and the routines of school provide an important element of stability for students which adds significantly to their success.
School Calendars
Parker ES SY 20-21 Parent CalendarRecent News
Fort Rucker schools combine under single administration
February 22, 2017
With construction of the temporary elementary school site already under way, Fort Rucker schools are working to bond the elementary and primary schools as they prepare to be housed under one roof.
A Life Lesson: School helps local animal shelters
February 02, 2017
The students and staff of Fort Rucker
Primary School celebrated their 100th
day in school for the year, but the day was
far from ordinary when they got a chance
to learn a life lesson – the importance of
giving back.
Fort Rucker PS celebrates Veterans Day
November 09, 2016
Fort Rucker Primary School held a Veteran’s Day ceremony November 9.
Fort Rucker Primary School eases burden of separation by interacting with deployed parents
February 25, 2016
Deployments are tough on military families, but Fort Rucker Primary School seeks to ease that burden by making families feel at home no matter how far away a loved one may be.
Dental clinic educates parents, children on hygiene
February 16, 2016
Fort Rucker’s Brown Dental Clinic is targeting children and parents for an educational campaign on promoting healthy dental habits for National Children Dental Health Month, according to Ann Bagley, general dentist at the clinic.
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Community Schools
Parker ES
Dr. Vicki Gilmer Principal
School Address
21041 Red Cloud Rd
Fort Rucker, AL 36362-0279
Phone: 334-255-1607
| Name | Position | Phone Number | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transportation | Transportation | (334) 255-1607 | Fort Rucker Schools |
| Julie Harmon | School Meals Program | 334-255-2852 | Fort Rucker Schools |